Today was day 2 at Church Hill Primary school here in Hanover, Jamaica. It was definitely a bit of an emotional roller-coaster, but the children are so sweet and filled with joy! We started the day out in grade 1. The students were so excited to see us back again and we got to watch … Continue reading Study Abroad #Jamaica
This is life. Life is simple, well at least it is here. Children everywhere are the same, they all want to learn. This is especially true in Jamaica. I came here planning to teach and to change lives. The students, people and lifestyle in Jamaica has had an effect on me that will last for … Continue reading Jamaica: Life is simple
The team has prepared, the faulty has made the arrangements, it’s almost time to further the rise of the SPC MUN Team. The culmination of dedicated teammates and a dedicated support staff will step forward and shine through as SPC MUN will compete and succeed, in Olomouc.
Less than a week now until we’re in the Czech Republic to compete in an international Model United Nations conference with a ton of other colleges and universities throughout the world. This’ll be my first time traveling overseas and it’s an honor that I’ll be representing St. Petersburg College. Preparation for the trip has been … Continue reading Getting Ready for the Czech Republic
In a few days, a team of eight SPC students and two faculty will travel to Czech Republic for the Model UN Conference. Follow us on the International blog for updates!
Thank you to everyone who entered the 2015 International Photo Contest. Are you ready to SUBMIT YOUR VOTE for your favorite international photograph? Voting is open through Monday, November 16 at 11:59pm. You must be a St. Petersburg College student, faculty, or staff to vote. There is a limit of one (1) vote per person, … Continue reading Submit your vote for the International Photo Contest
SPC’s International Programs hosted special dinners this fall for faculty, staff and students on the Tarpon Springs and SP/Gibbs Campuses. Attendees learned about International Programs’ initiatives, how Study Abroad programs are created and participated in creative conversations sharing ideas for improvements. These creative conversations produced many helpful ideas on how to move forward SPC’s commitment … Continue reading International Programs Dinners
Since 1962, the US Teaching Austria program has provided opportunities for US college and university graduates to work at secondary schools throughout Austria as teaching assistants. US teaching assistants not only enhance the instruction of English as native speakers; they are also important resources for first-hand information about the United States and the “American way of … Continue reading US Teaching Assistantship Program in Austria
Join us! For an artist reception and demonstration from Japanese artist Sugita Koki and a meet and greet with other local artists featured in the East Meets West art show. Light refreshments will be served November 7, 2015 6pm-8pm Safety Harbor Museum & Cultural Center: 329 Bayshore Blvd. S., Safety Harbor, FL $4 donation to … Continue reading East Meets West – Art Exhibit and Reception
For those of you who missed today’s Italy 101 session, here are some of the highlights from the informative and fun session: Did you know that there are many Italian dishes in the U.S. that don’t even exist in Italy? Alfredo is a man’s name, not a pasta dish, there is no Italian dressing or Italian … Continue reading #Italy 101: Did you know?